Historic Waterfront Retreat with Development Potential. Welcome to 177 Surfside Ave, a historic beach cottage on multiple waterfront lots along a tidal creek connecting to the Intracoastal Waterway. Once home to Pulitzer Prize-winning author Sinclair Lewis, this early 1900s retreat features a coquina fireplace and a separate 1/1 guest house, currently a vacation rental. Zoned CHT (Commercial Highway Tourist), the property offers versatile development potential, allowing for residential, vacation rentals, boutique lodging, or mixed-use projects (pending approval). Build additional homes or expand upon this unique slice of Old Florida charm. Just steps from the beach and Vilano Beach Town Center, this property blends privacy, accessibility, and investment opportunity in one of St. Augustine's most desirable locations. Listing agent must be present for all showings. No lockbox. Buyer needs to confirm zoning & historical status if intend any other us Conveniently located, this property is within walking and biking distance of the Vilano Beach Town Center, which offers Publix Grocery/Pharmacy, shopping, restaurants, and the Vilano Pier and Dock.
Come and experience the same peaceful lifestyle enjoyed by one of America's most celebrated authors, with the added charm of a cozy, historic beach cottage and abundant natural beauty.
Private Remarks: Listing agent must be present during showings. No lockbox. Sellers are licensed Realtors.
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$1,200,000
177 SURFSIDE Avenue, St. Augustine, FL 32084
3beds
1,603sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
1.15 Acres Lot
$1,191,800 Zestimate®
$749/sqft
$3,910 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,191,800
$1.12M - $1.28M
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Coquina fireplaceHistoric beach cottageWaterfront lotsCozy historic beach cottageSteps from the beach
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Listed by:
Carole Linda Bayer 904-860-5000,
COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY 904-269-7117,
JOHN BAYER 850-485-0229
Bought with:
NOAH BAILEY, BK3081415
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ATLANTIC PARTNERS ST. AUGUSTINE
Source: realMLS,MLS#: 2074920
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, His and Hers Closets, Kitchen Island, Split Bedrooms, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,803
- Total interior livable area: 1,603 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Other
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Intracoastal, River, Trees/Woods, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream,Intracoastal,River,Water
- Waterfront features: Creek, Intracoastal, Marsh, Navigable Water, River Access
Lot
- Size: 1.15 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Irregular Lot, Many Trees, Split Possible, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 1468200000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Historic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Fixer,To Be Built,Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Saint Augustine
- Subdivision: Surfside
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2025 | Sold | $1,200,000-13%$749/sqft |
Source:  realMLS #2074920 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2025 | Pending sale | $1,379,000$860/sqft |
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| 9/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,379,000$860/sqft |
Source: realMLS #2074920 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2025 | Listing removed | $1,379,000$860/sqft |
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| 3/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,379,000+10.3%$860/sqft |
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| 12/6/2023 | Listing removed | $1,250,000$780/sqft |
Source: realMLS #1250407 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2023 | Price change | $1,250,000-7.4%$780/sqft |
Source:  St Augustine St Johns County BOR #235976 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000+400%$842/sqft |
Source: realMLS #1250407 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2013 | Sold | $270,000-22.9%$168/sqft |
Source: realMLS #634509 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2013 | Listing removed | $350,000$218/sqft |
Source: Davidson Realty, Inc. #634509 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2013 | Price change | $350,000-7.9%$218/sqft |
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| 11/28/2012 | Price change | $380,000-15.6%$237/sqft |
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| 8/25/2012 | Listed for sale | $450,000$281/sqft |
Source: Davidson Realty, Inc Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,064 +13.5% | $330,898 +1.5% |
| 2024 | $3,580 +3.2% | $326,050 +3.6% |
| 2023 | $3,469 +5.4% | $314,645 +6.1% |
| 2022 | $3,292 +15.5% | $296,479 +25.3% |
| 2021 | $2,851 +0.4% | $236,615 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $2,840 -1.7% | $233,348 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $2,889 | $228,102 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $2,889 +1.7% | $223,849 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $2,842 | $219,245 -0.9% |
| 2016 | $2,842 +0% | $221,178 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $2,841 -1.8% | $219,640 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $2,892 | $217,898 +152.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $86,252 +1.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $84,810 +3% |
| 2011 | -- | $82,340 +1.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $81,123 +2.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $78,990 |
| 2008 | -- | $78,990 +3.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $76,613 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $74,744 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $72,567 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $70,453 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $69,139 +2.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $67,519 +1.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $66,456 +3% |
| 2000 | -- | $64,520 |
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Neighborhood: Villano Beach
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Ketterlinus Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 7/10Sebastian Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 6/10St. Augustine High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 2.5 mi
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- Florida
- Saint Johns County
- Saint Augustine
- 32084
- Villano Beach
- 177 SURFSIDE Avenue
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